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A Cooler Climate (1999): Cast

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A Cooler Climate is a 1999 drama directed by Susan Seidelman, starring Sally Field as Iris, Judy Davis and Paul McGillion. It runs 1 hour 39 minutes.

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A Cooler Climate (1999) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 39m (99 min)
Director
Susan Seidelman
Genre
Drama
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is A Cooler Climate About?

The premise of A Cooler Climate without spoilers.

After a painful divorce leaves Iris financially stranded, she accepts work as a housekeeper for the affluent Paula. As Paula’s marriage unravels, both women confront envy, fidelity and outrage, leading to an unexpected and tender friendship that transforms their lives.

A Cooler Climate Themes & Keywords

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Cast & crew

A Cooler Climate Cast & Characters

Sally Field leads the cast as Iris, with Judy Davis as Paula and Paul McGillion as Young Policeman. Directed by Susan Seidelman; 16 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Susan Seidelman

More films directed by Susan Seidelman, best-rated first: Desperately Seeking Susan, Smithereens, Boynton Beach Club and Musical Chairs.

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A Cooler Climate Trailers & Videos

The trailer of A Cooler Climate.

A Cooler Climate - Hallmark Channel

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FAQ

A Cooler Climate FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of A Cooler Climate, each answered in a sentence.

How long is A Cooler Climate?

A Cooler Climate runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).

When was A Cooler Climate released?

A Cooler Climate was released on August 22, 1999.

Who directed A Cooler Climate?

A Cooler Climate was directed by Susan Seidelman.

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Who is in the cast of A Cooler Climate?

A Cooler Climate stars Sally Field as Iris, Judy Davis as Paula and Paul McGillion as Young Policeman, among 16 credited actors.

Does A Cooler Climate have a post-credit scene?

No. A Cooler Climate has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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